Daayra Movie Twitter Review: Daayra, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan, arrived in theatres today, September 2026. Fans and moviegoers watched the first shows of Meghna Gulzar's crime thriller, with early reactions on X (formerly Twitter) ranging from praise to criticism.

Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor share the screen for the first time. They play senior police officers who find themselves on opposing sides of the same case.

Before you decide whether to watch Daayra, take a look at the reactions from viewers on X and see what they have to say about the movie:

Daayra Movie Twitter Review

A user (@ReviewBollywoo1) shared a detailed review of the movie, calling it a 'boring fest'. The reviewer heaped praise on Prithviraj Sukumaran's performance.

"The film takes too long to build momentum and the screenplay lacks the tension needed to keep you invested. There are some good performances, especially Prithviraj, who once again proves his acting range. Kareena has moments, but her character never gets the impact one expects from her."

It further added, "The biggest disappointment is Meghna Gulzar, as the film never reaches the intensity her subject demands. A promising concept that ultimately turns into a slow, underwhelming watch. Skip it. #DaayraReview."

 

 

Another user (@sipun3027) gave a 4/5 star to the movie and called it 'thought-provoking '.

A part of the review read - "Meghna Gulzar delivers again. Kareena Kapoor delivers a restrained and intense performance, while Prithviraj Sukumaran brings strong screen presence to the film."

 

 

A third user (@hum_beparwaah) called it an intriguing investigating investigative thriller. Giving 3 stars said Daayra is a 'gripping, morally complex and powerfully acted' movie.

 

 

A fourth user (@PavanSurvi) claimed the movie tries too hard to be a strong emotional debate like Virumaandi and ends up being a docudrama lust like Jolly LLB2.

  

Is Daayra A Hit Or A Miss?

Metrics Details
Hit Strong performances
Miss Poor screenplay
Twitter Sentiment Positive to mixed

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Why Is Daayra Getting Mixed Response?

Positive

- Strong performances: Kareena Kapoor Khan and Prithviraj Sukumaran are being praised for their performances.
- Hard-hitting story: Some viewers found the central story strong and impactful.
- Meghna Gulzar's direction: Her take on the system and its flaws has been appreciated by some viewers.

Negative

- Slow pace: Some viewers felt the film moves too slowly.
- Uneven screenplay: Loopholes and a weak screenplay were among the main complaints.
- Mixed impact: Some scenes work well, but a few viewers felt the film loses grip in parts.

Final Takeaway: Daayra works because of its serious tone, grounded police world and strong performances. But the screenplay is where it falls short, especially in the second half. Loose ends and some questionable choices weaken the impact. The Ajooni-Raman conflict also deserved more depth.

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What Is Daayra Movie About?

Inspired by true events, Daayra looks at the aftermath of a crime that sparks widespread public anger.

The story follows two senior police officers who investigate the same case but have different views on duty, justice and the law. Produced by Vineet Jain and Dhaval Gada, the crime thriller movie keeps its focus on the investigation and its human impact.

FAQ

1. Is Daayra inspired by the 2019 Hyderabad case?

Meghna Gulzar clarified that it is not inspired by the 2019 case. It is based on several incidents across India.

2. Is Daayra a good watch?

The early response to Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor's movie remains divided. Some hailed strong performances; others said it didn't hit as much.


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